-Angela Kremer notes that plots will be managed by groups not individuals

-Concerns raised as to whether this is still in keeping with the spirit of the grant

-Community garden on Morris will fill the need for a more traditional community garden for residents of Eliot

7:33: ENA Meeting Location Discussion (Angela Kremer)

-Angela Kremer opens a discussion on potentially changing all ENA meetings to Port City Development on Williams

Pros of moving to Port City (as expessed by those present): space available with screen, projector, and ample room; greater public visibility- located on a well-travelled route that might invite more walk-ins; would be easier to find for first time meeting attendees.

Cons of moving to Port City (as expressed by those present): Emanuel is the historic meeting place of ENA; remaining at Emanuel will help maintain community identity; Emanuel is more central to the neighborhood; Emanuel meeting room is warmer; Relationship between Emanuel and ENA has always been reliable.

-Paige Coleman notes that NECN has a projector that can be checked out for meeting use

-Attendees note that if ENA is to remain at the current Emanuel location, signage should be increased and explicit directions should be added to the website

-Barry Joe Stull moves to relocate ENA meeting to Port City Development

-Mike Doherty seconds

-Further discussion follows: members note that almost all problems with the current meeting venue can be fixed through more signage and utilizing the resources of NECN

7:58: Members vote, motion fails (9 opposed, 1 in favor)

7:59: New Eliot Business- Blue House Greenhouse Farm Stand

-Amanda Morse introduces her new Blue House Greenhouse farm stand that will be located on Williams

8:02: Committee Updates

-Clint Lundmark gave Friends of Trees update: Neighborhood planting happened on February 12. Neighborhood Coordinator position will soon be open.

-Paige Coleman gave NECN update: All those interested in hosting a Spring Clean Up for their neighborhood should attend the coordinator kick off. On March 7 from 7-9 at Concordia University, there will be a meeting regarding the Columbia River Crossing, everyone is strongly encourage to attend.

-Laurie Simpson gave Oral History Project Update: PSU students who conducted interviews are present. They are planning a walking tour/story event for the last weekend in August.

-No update from Rose Quarter SAC

-Laurie Simpson gave Vancouver/Williams improvement updates: Committee meets from 12:00-1:30 on the first Wednesday of every month. All are welcome to attend.

-Tamille Lundmark gave Summer Concert Series update: Series will include 4 concerts to take place every Wednesday in July. Local businesses sponsor the series ($250 minimum). April 1st is the sponsorship deadline.